Asheville airport to have nonstop service to Tampa/ St. Pete

Tuesday

Mar 19, 2013 at 1:27 PM

Special to the Times-News

Allegiant Air will provide nonstop flight service between Asheville Regional Airport and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport beginning June 6. To celebrate, the carrier will offer introductory one-way fares for as low as $79.99, including taxes and fees. Flights and vacation packages are available for booking through Oct. 28."We are pleased to bring another affordable and convenient travel option to Asheville," said Andrew C. Levy, Allegiant Travel Company president. "We are confident the community will appreciate the convenience of flying nonstop to Tampa/St. Pete area and the value of bundling their air, hotel and car rental reservation together."The new flights will operate two times a week between Asheville and the St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport."Florida is the No. 1 destination for Asheville Regional Airport passengers, and we're grateful to have, in Allegiant, an airline partner who recognizes the important link between our region and these key destinations throughout Florida," said Lew Bleiweis, executive director of the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority. "We can't wait to get this service started." Seats are limited for the $79.99 one-way fares and are not available on all flights. Tickets must be purchased by March 26 for travel by Oct. 28. For information on flight days and times and baggage fees, visit www.allegiant.com.